The white-lipped peccary, also known as the Tayassu pecari, is a wild pig-like animal found in Central and South America. Some common synonyms for this species include the collared peccary, the tagua, the musk hog, and the chanchito. Despite their name, white-lipped peccaries do not have white lips, but rather a narrow white line around their mouths. They are social animals that live in groups and primarily feed on fruits and nuts. However, their habitats are being threatened due to deforestation and hunting, leading to a decline in their numbers and classification as a vulnerable species.